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FV61 EEJ

2011 Suzuki Swift

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,749 mi
Last recorded57,749 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Suzuki Swift55,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 EEJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelSwift
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 57,749 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 55,406 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 53,338 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 49,990 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 46,164 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2021 46,164 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 42,779 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 40,138 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 35,634 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 31,339 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 25,381 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 20,394 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 16,426 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Swift?

Based on 2,247,517 MOT tests across 189,488 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
189,488
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 45,954
Brake pipe excessively corroded 39,596
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 30,285
position lamp(s) not working 21,526
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21,472
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FV61 EEJ is a 2011 Suzuki Swift in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Suzuki Swift models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 55,912 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Swift fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 45,954 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV61 EEJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Swift typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 15 years old, this Suzuki Swift is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV61 EEJ registered?

FV61 EEJ is a 2011 Suzuki Swift, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is FV61 EEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV61 EEJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV61 EEJ have outstanding finance?

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